Annatto is extracted from the seeds of the Bixaorellana L. shrub grown in South America, Africa, and the Caribbean.

The main pigments are the water soluble norbixin and the oil soluble bixin, producing color ranges from light yellow to orange.

Annatto has good stability towards light and heat.

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Typical Applications :

Cheese

Ice Cream

Desserts

Snacks

Breakfast Cereals

Bakery Products

Smoked Fish

Fruit Preparation

Confectionery

Beverages

Seasonings

Sausage Casings

Permitted as Food,Drug and Cosmetic color as per USFDA regulation CFR Title 21 part 73

Permitted as Food,Drug and Cosmetic color as per European Commission Regulation (EC)*
*Derived from Part B, List of All Additives, from Annex II to Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additives and List of Colorants Allowed In Cosmetic Products from Annex IV to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009

Permitted as per Codex*as Annatto extracts, bixin-based
*Updated up to the 36th Session of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (2013)

There are over 300 different types of Anthocyanins occurring naturally. They are extracted from fruits & vegetables such as Grapes, Black Carrots, Red Cabbage etc. They mainly give red to blue color shade.

They are natural pH indicators, changing from a strawberry red at pH 3 to a deeper blue/red as the pH increases.

They are rich in source of polyphenols hence linked to health benefits.

Permitted as Food, Drug and Cosmetic color as per European Commission Regulation (EC)*
*Derived from Part B, List of All Additives, from Annex II to Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additives and List of Colorants Allowed In Cosmetic Products from Annex IV to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009

Permitted as per Codex* as Grape Skin Extract
*Updated up to the 36th Session of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (2013)

Permitted as Food color as per USFDA regulation CFR Title 21 part 73 as Dehydrated Beet and Vegetable Juice

Permitted as Food, Drug and Cosmetic color as per European Commission Regulation (EC)*
*Derived from Part B, List of All Additives, from Annex II to Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additives and List of Colorants Allowed In Cosmetic Products from Annex IV to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009

Permitted as per Codex* as Beet Red
*Updated up to the 36th Session of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (2013)

Beta-Carotenes/ Carotenes

E-Number : E160a

C. I. No. : 40800

Alternative Names : C.I. Food Orange 5, β-Carotene (Japan)

The Carotenes can be found in various edible vegetable sources.

Mixed Carotenes can be extracted from the fruits of the palm oil tree (Elaeisguineensis) (E160a(ii)) or from the algae Dunaliellasalina (E160a(iv)).

This group also includes Beta Carotenes obtained by synthesis (E160a(i)) or by fermentation from Blakesleatrispora (E160a(iii)).

All types of Carotenes display Pro-Vitamin A activity.

Carotenes/ Beta Carotenes are generally available yellow to yellow/ orange in shade but shades giving orange or red are also available.

They offer excellent light, heat and pH stability.

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Emulsions & Clear Emulsions

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Beverages

Confectionery

Dairy Products

Bakery Products

Meat

Sea Food

Snack Food

Fruit Preparation

Convenience Foods

Permitted as Food,Drug and cosmetic color as per USFDA regulation CFR Title 21 part 73

Permitted as Food, Drug and Cosmetic color as per European Commission Regulation (EC)*
*Derived from Part B, List of All Additives, from Annex II to Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additives and List of Colorants Allowed In Cosmetic Products from Annex IV to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009

Permitted as per Codex*
*Updated up to the 36th Session of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (2013)

Apo-Carotene/ Beta Apo-8’-Carotenal

E-Number : E160e

C. I. No. : 40820

Alternative Names : C.I. Food Orange 6

Apo-carotenal occurs naturally in various sources including spinach, oranges, grass and tangerines. Commercially, it is produced by chemical synthesis.

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Confectionery

Bakery Products

Dairy Products

Snack Food

Beverages

Permitted as Food color as per USFDA regulation CFR Title 21 part 73

Permitted as Food, Drug and Cosmetic color as per European Commission Regulation (EC)*
*Derived from Part B, List of All Additives, from Annex II to Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additives and List of Colorants Allowed In Cosmetic Products from Annex IV to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009

Permitted as per Codex*
*Updated up to the 36th Session of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (2013)

Canthaxanthin

E-Number : E161g

C. I. No. : 40850

Alternative Names : CI Food Orange 8

Canthaxanthin is a Catrotenoid naturally found in some fishes (salmon and trout), fungi, crustacean and flamingo feathers.In order to use it as a color additive, the only commercial source is produced by chemical synthesis, where the pigment is generally termed as nature- identical.

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Beverages

Confectionery

Poultry Feed

Fish Feed

Pet Food

Meat Casings

Cheese Coatings

Pharmaceuticals

Permitted as Food and Drug color as per USFDA regulation CFR Title 21 part 73

Permitted as Food, Drug and Cosmetic color as per European Commission Regulation (EC)*
*Derived from Part B, List of All Additives, from Annex II to Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additives and List of Colorants Allowed In Cosmetic Products from Annex IV to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009

Permitted as per Codex*
*Updated up to the 36th Session of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (2013)

As the name suggests, CarboVegetabilis (or Carbon Black) is made from fine particles of carbonized vegetable material.

Carbon Black powder is very fine and produces a lot of dust causing cleaning problems. Roha recommends the use of the Paste format to avoid undue mess within the customer’s production facility.

Color shades range from grey to black, depending on the dosage rate used.

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Confectionery

Bakery Products

Decorations

Cheese Coating

Black CaviarSubstitute

Cosmetics

Pharmaceuticals.

Permitted as Food, Drug and Cosmetic color as per European Commission Regulation (EC)*
*Derived from Part B, List of All Additives, from Annex II to Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additives and List of Colorants Allowed In Cosmetic Products from Annex IV to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009

Caramel

E-Number : E150a, E150b, E150c, E150d

Caramel is made by the controlled heating of food-grade carbohydrates, and is one of the most common natural coloring.

There are four different types of Caramel distinguished by how they are produced, identified by the suffix “a” (Plain Caramel), “b” (Sulphite Caramel), “c” (Ammonia Caramel) & “d” (Sulphite Ammonia Caramel).

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Beverages

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Bakery Products

Dairy Products

Desserts

Meat

Sea Food

Sauces

Snack Food

Fruit Preparation

Convenient Food

Permitted as Food, Drug and Cosmetic color as per USFDA regulation CFR Title 21 part 73

Permitted as Food, Drug and Cosmetic color as per European Commission Regulation (EC)*
*Derived from Part B, List of All Additives, from Annex II to Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additives and List of Colorants Allowed In Cosmetic Products from Annex IV to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009

Permitted as per Codex* except Caramel II - Sulfite caramel
*Updated up to the 36th Session of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (2013)

The water soluble forms, Sodium Chlorophyllin (E140(ii)) and Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin (E141(ii)) are obtained by the saponification of oil soluble forms.

The Copper Chlorophyllin pigment gives bright green and is very stable against light and heat, whereas standard Chlorophyllin gives olive green and has poor stability in both of these conditions.

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Confectionery

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Beverages

Dairy Products

Ice Cream

Fruit Preparation

Bakery Products

Soups

Sauces

Snack Food

Seasonings

ConvenienceFood

Permitted as Food, Drug, Cosmetic and Medical Devicescolor, as per USFDA regulation CFR Title 21 part 73

Permitted as Food, Drug and Cosmetic color as per European Commission Regulation (EC)*
*Derived from Part B, List of All Additives, from Annex II to Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additives and List of Colorants Allowed In Cosmetic Products from Annex IV to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009

Permitted as per Codex*
*Updated up to the 36th Session of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (2013)

Cochineal and Carmine both contain the red pigment, CarminicAcid that presents excellent stability against heat and light.

The pigment is obtained from the insect Dactylopiuscoccus Costa that feeds on selected types of cacti.

It has been used as a food and textile dye since ancient times.

Cochineal is an aqueous extract providing color shades from orange to red and is generally used in low pH applications.

Carmine is a water insoluble Calcium Aluminium lake but it can also be presented in water soluble format.

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Lake Dispersion

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Meat Products

Dairy Products

Snack Food

Seasonings

Sea Food

Beverages

Confectionery

Bakery Products

Fruit Preparation

Convenient Food

Permitted as Food and Drug and Cosmetic color, as per USFDA regulation CFR Title 21 part 73

Permitted as Food, Drug and Cosmetic color as per European Commission Regulation (EC)*
*Derived from Part B, List of All Additives, from Annex II to Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additives and List of Colorants Allowed In Cosmetic Products from Annex IV to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009

Permitted as per Codex*
*Updated up to the 36th Session of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (2013)

Iron Oxides are naturally occurring pigments, ranging from black, yellow, red and brown in color.However, commercial forms are produced by synthesis.

They impart pastel shades as opposed to some of the brighter and clean shades imparted by other colors.

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Pet Foods

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Permitted as Food, Drug, Cosmetic and Medical Devices color, as per USFDA regulation CFR Title 21 part 73

Permitted as Food, Drug and Cosmetic color as per European Commission Regulation (EC)*
*Derived from Part B, List of All Additives, from Annex II to Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additives and List of Colorants Allowed In Cosmetic Products from Annex IV to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009

Permitted as per Codex*
*Updated up to the 36th Session of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (2013)

The pigment is a Carotenoid and belongs to the group called Xanthophylls.

Lutein is also used in functional foods due to its antioxidant properties.

This color has good stability against light, heat and pH, and gives a warm yellow color.

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Bakery

Permitted as Food Color as Tagetes (Aztec marigold) meal and extract as per USFDA regulation CFR Title 21 part 73

Permitted as Food and Drug color as per European Commission Regulation (EC)*
*Derived from Part B, List of All Additives, from Annex II to Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 onfoodadditives

Lycopene

E-Number : E160d

C. I. No. : 75125

Alternative Names : C.I. Natural Yellow 27

Lycopene is the red pigment extracted from Tomatoes. The product has excellent associated health benefits.

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Milk Beverages and Shakes

Bakery

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Soups

Sauces

Nutraceuticals

Permitted as Food Color as per USFDA regulation CFR Title 21 part 73 as Tomato lycopene extract; tomato lycopene concentrate

Permitted as Food, Drug and Cosmetic color as per European Commission Regulation (EC)*
*Derived from Part B, List of All Additives, from Annex II to Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additives and List of Colorants Allowed In Cosmetic Products from Annex IV to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009

Permitted as per Codex*
*Updated up to the 36th Session of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (2013)

Paprika is extracted from the Red Pepper Capsicum annum L. Paprika naturally gives a reddish-orange hue, with the major pigments extracted being the oil soluble Carotenoids, Capsanthin and Capsorubin.

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Deodorized Paprika Oleoresin

Paprika Oleoresin that contains Color and Flavour

Typical Applications :

Snacks

Seasonings

Surimi

Meat

Soups

Sauces

Salad Dressings

Marinades

Processed Cheese

Bakery Products

Fruit Preparation

Convenient Food

Permitted as Food color, as per USFDA regulation CFR Title 21 part 73

Permitted as Food, Drug and Cosmetic color as per European Commission Regulation (EC)*
*Derived from Part B, List of All Additives, from Annex II to Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additives and List of Colorants Allowed In Cosmetic Products from Annex IV to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009

Riboflavin

E-Number : E101 (i)

Alternative Names : Lactoflavin, Vitamin B2

Riboflavin is bright yellow in color and in addition to being used as food coloring,it is also used to fortify some foods.

It can be difficult to incorporate Riboflavin into many liquid products due its poor solubility. As an alternative, E101(ii) Riboflavin-5’-Phosphate provides better solubility.

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Confectionery

Dairy Products

Bakery Products

Convenient Foods

Permitted as Food coloras per USFDA regulation CFR Title 21 part 73

Permitted as Food, Drug and Cosmetic color as per European Commission Regulation (EC)*
*Derived from Part B, List of All Additives, from Annex II to Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additives and List of Colorants Allowed In Cosmetic Products from Annex IV to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009

Permitted as per Codex*
*Updated up to the 36th Session of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (2013)

Titanium Dioxide

E-Number : E171

C. I. No. : 77891

Alternative Names : C.I. Pigment White 6

Titanium Dioxide is manufactured from the ores Ilmenite or Rutile.

It is the white colorant of choice in food, drug and cosmetic uses.

The use of liquid form is recommended. Roha developed a special formulation of Titanium Dioxide Dispersion that does not sediment during its storage.

It has an excellent light, heat and pH stability.

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Confectionery

Bakery Products

Dairy Products

Decorations

Pet Foods

Cosmetics

Pharmaceutical

Permitted as Food,Drug,Cosmetic and Medical Devices color as per USFDA regulation CFR Title 21 part 73

Permitted as Food, Drug and Cosmetic color as per European Commission Regulation (EC)*
*Derived from Part B, List of All Additives, from Annex II to Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additives and List of Colorants Allowed In Cosmetic Products from Annex IV to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009

Permitted as per Codex*
*Updated up to the 36th Session of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (2013)

Turmeric/ Curcumin/ Turmeric Oleoresins

E-Number : E100

C. I. No. : 75300

Alternative Names : C.I. Natural Yellow 3, TurmericYellow

Turmeric is extracted from the spice Curcuma longa L., a member of the ginger family. The root plant is native to India and is widely used to spice and color food.

In addition to its coloring characteristics, Turmeric also displays anti-oxidant properties.

Turmeric has a bright yellow to greenish yellow hue and is very tolerant to heat and pH extremes.

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Dairy Products

Confectionery

Bakery Products

Meat

Sea Food

Soups

Sauces

Snacks

Seasonings

Fruit Preparation

Convenient Food

Permitted as Food color as per USFDA regulation CFR Title 21 part 73 as Turmeric and Turmeric oleoresins

Permitted as Food, Drug and Cosmetic color as per European Commission Regulation (EC)*
*Derived from Part B, List of All Additives, from Annex II to Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additives and List of Colorants Allowed In Cosmetic Products from Annex IV to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009